INGREDIENTS
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2 cups buttermilk plus 6 additional tablespoons
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2 tablespoons table salt
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1 whole chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), cut into 8 pieces, giblets discarded, wings and back reserved for stock
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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4 - 5 cups vegetable shortening or peanut oil